A Military Level 3 Farrier apprentice in the Royal Army Veterinary Corps is responsible for the care and maintenance of military working horses, primarily within the Household Cavalry and The King's troop Royal Artillery. Daily tasks typically include:
Shoeing Horses - Assessing, fitting and replacing horsehoes to ensure optimal hoof health and performance.
Hoof Care and Maintenance - Trimming, balancing and treating hooves to prevent injury or lameness.
Emergency Hoof Treatment - Addressing hoof injuries or defects that could impact operational readiness.
Forge Work - Working in the forge to shape and manufacture horseshoes.
Stable & Veterninary Support - Assisting veterinary staff with hoof related health issues and general horse welfare.
Training & Development - Continuing professional development in farriery skills and mentoring junior personnel.
Military Duties - Participating in ceremonial events, exercises and general military taskings.
Training:An RAVC soldier training to become a Farrier will follow these steps:
Step 1 - Army Initial Training.Under 17 years, 5 months: Attend the Army Foundation College (AFC) Harrogate for a 49 week junior entry course.
Over 17 years, 5 months: Complete 14 weeks at Army training Centre (ATC) Pirbright or Winchester for standard basic training.
Training covers military discipline, fitness, fieldcraft, weapons handling and teamwork.
Step 2: Phase 2 - RAVC Trade Training
The individual will report to the Defence Animal Training Regiment (DATR) in Melton Mowbray to begin RAVC specific training.
Step 3: Farrier Apprenticeship Training (Level 3): Selected soldiers will begin their Farrier Apprenticeship at the King's troop Royal Horse Artillery (Woolwich) or Household Cavalry (London/Windsor).
Training includes forging, horseshoeing, hood care, anatomy and blacksmithing.
Complete an intensive four year apprenticeship, working under Master Farriers.
Step 4: Earn a Level 3 Farrier qualification and register with the Worshipful Company of Farriers.Training Outcome:The apprenticeship is a gateway to a full-time career in the British Army. Promotion, along with increased salary and responsibility is dependent on successful completion of the apprenticeship and then on merit by competitive selection. As you advance through the ranks, you will have the increased opportunity to lead and direct people, managing resources and workforce within your area of work to deliver the required outputs whilst maintaining and instilling the highest values and standards expected of the British Army. You belong here.Employer Description:Protecting the nation and its dependent territories will always be the British Army's first role. Highly trained soldiers are ready to deploy anywhere at any time to meet a variety of challenges, ranging from support to the Police following a terrorist attack, to specialist capabilities such as bomb disposal and intelligence experts, 24 hours a day 365 days a year, we are always ready to serve. You belong here.Working Hours :Shift and working patterns may vary. Working locations will vary nationally depending on the apprenticeship and working requirements. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness....Read more...
Job Title: End User Device (EUD) EngineerSalary: Umbrella Rate: £250 per day
About the RoleService Care Solutions is assisting a police force with the recruitment for an End User Device (EUD) Engineer. The primary purpose of this role is to ensure that end-user device services meet high-quality standards, providing excellent customer experiences and adhering to agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs). As an EUD Engineer, you will be crucial in maintaining service excellence, troubleshooting issues, and driving continuous improvement within ICT operations.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Experience: Deliver exceptional support to the forces user base, aiming to minimize disruptions and ensure a seamless user experience.
Incident Resolution: Troubleshoot and resolve EUD incidents, requests, and problems within agreed SLAs. Identify and address patterns or trends proactively.
Documentation: Inform the EUD Senior Engineer about necessary updates to documentation and knowledge articles.
Project Support: Assist in scheduling and supporting moves, projects, events, and technical provisions, ensuring proactive service delivery.
Performance Metrics: Meet and exceed agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), User Experience Agreements, and SLAs.
Dimensions of the Role
Reporting Line: Reports directly to the EUD Operations Lead and collaborates closely with Business Partners, Infrastructure Services, Project and Programme Managers, end users, third-party suppliers, the ICT service desk, and Facilities.
Work Environment: The role involves working across multiple locations in Hampshire and may require off-site work with other forces as collaborations expand.
Stakeholder Engagement: Engage positively with a range of stakeholders, sharing best practices and providing guidance as needed.
Team Collaboration: Work within immediate and/or wider ICT teams to enhance performance and development.
Characteristics of the Role
Experience: Proven experience in ICT operational delivery, supporting Windows 10, smartphones, laptops, and desktops, and resolving incidents and problems.
Skills: Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, and a commitment to excellent customer service. Ability to create and manage documentation.
Travel Requirements: Willingness to travel to various locations across Hampshire, with a full UK driving licence essential due to potential unsocial hours and limited public transport options.
Qualifications: ITIL V3 Foundation or ITIL V4 equivalent (desirable), experience with ServiceNow (desirable).
Essential Criteria
Previous experience in ICT operational delivery.
Proven support experience with Windows 10, smartphones, laptops, and desktops.
Experience in resolving incidents, requests, and problems.
Capability to identify and deliver service improvements.
Full UK driving licence.
Desirable Criteria
ITIL V3 Foundation or ITIL V4 equivalent.
Experience with ServiceNow.
If you are passionate about delivering high-quality support, thrive in a dynamic environment, and are committed to continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply.
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and motivation for applying to Lewis Ashcroft at lewis.ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk.....Read more...
Our helicopters have a big part to play in battle - and so do our Groundcrew. Could you get aircraft ready for take off?Groundcrew are responsible for getting our helicopters in the air and providing essential protection for them on the ground. You'll be trained to move, refuel and re-arm the aircraft that support ground forces. You'll also drive everything from Land Rovers to heavy-goods vehicles (HGVs).
Wherever the Army is in the world the Army Air Corps is there ready to provide tactical aviation action and support. Modern operations require big-picture thinking and large-scale cooperation, which is why the Army Air Corps is proud of it's forward-thinking personnel and cutting-edge technology.Training:AAC personnel start their Apprenticeships during Initial Trade Training (ITT) at the Army Aviation Centre, Middle Wallop. On completion of ITT, Apprenticeship study continues into the soldiers’ initial roles in the Field Army.
Training for the role
Step 1 - You'll start with your initial military training that teaches you how to be a soldier. This will cover everything from fieldcraft to how to handle a rifle. If you join as a Junior Soldier (under 17 years and 6 months), you’ll do a 23-week basic military training course at Harrogate. If you join as a Regular Soldier (over 17 years and 6 months), you’ll do the regular 14-week adult basic training.
Step 2 - You then have basic Groundcrew and Communication training. After this, you can decide if you want to be a Groundcrew Specialist or a Communication Specialist. You learn how to prepare helicopters for missions. You also learn how to marshal and load aircraft. You will get a range of driving licences too (Cat B (car) Driving Licence and Cat C+E (LGV) Driving Licence).
Qualifications you could get after training:
Advanced Apprenticeship - Aviation Groundcrew Specialist
Higher Apprenticeship - Aviation Operations Manager
Advanced Apprenticeship in Logistics Operations
Degree level 4 and 5 certificates and diplomas in Management and Leadership
Level 3, 4 and 5 Awards, Certificates and Diplomas in Education and Training
Training Outcome:
If you show the right commitment, skills and academic ability, you could become a Commissioned Officer. Members of the British Army are promoted on merit. Work hard, study hard, and you can rise through the ranks.
Employer Description:Protecting the nation and its dependent territories will always be the British Army's first role. Highly trained soldiers are ready to deploy anywhere at any time to meet a variety of challenges, ranging from support to the Police following a terrorist attack, to specialist capabilities such as bomb disposal and intelligence experts, 24 hours a day 365 days a year, we are always ready to serve. You belong here.Working Hours :Total hours per week: 40
Shift and working patterns may vary.
Working locations will vary nationally depending on the apprenticeship and working requirements.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness....Read more...
This apprenticeship encompasses multi-disciplinary activities within the built environment and the management of their impact upon people and the workplace. Effective Facilities Management, combining resources and activities, is vital to the success of any organisation. At a corporate level, it contributes to the delivery of strategic and operational objectives.
On a day-to-day level, effective Facilities Management provides a safe and efficient working environment, which is essential to the performance of any business – whatever its size and scope. Within this fast growing professional discipline, facilities managers have extensive responsibilities for providing, maintaining and developing myriad services. These range from property strategy, space management and communications infrastructure to building maintenance, administration and contract management.
This apprenticeship prepares an individual for managing a facilities management service, or a group of services, which can be labelled as 'hard' (estate/building management) or 'soft' (catering/cleaning/administration/security).
All apprentices will be required to supervise others; to understand the contractual requirements and service delivery targets between their employing organisation and the client/customer in order to achieve service targets. The apprentice will have to provide customer service skills and be proactive in finding solutions to problems.
This apprenticeship prepares an individual for managing a facilities management service, or a group of services, which can be labelled as ‘hard’ (estate/building management) or soft (catering/cleaning/administration/security).
All apprentices will be required to supervise others; to understand the contractual requirements and service delivery targets between their employing organisation and the client/customer in order to achieve service targets. The apprentice will have to provide customer service skills and be proactive in finding solutions to problems.Training:A Royal Logistics Corps (Food Services Wing) Facilities Management Supervisor Level 3 apprentice will train in:
Catering Operations Management. Overseeing military dining facilities and food services teams.
Health & Safety Compliance. Ensuring hygiene and food safety standards are met.
Stock & Resource Management. Controlling food supplies, budgeting and logistics.
Team Leadership. Supervising catering staff and maintaining high service standards.
Customer Service. Meeting the needs of military personnel and VIPs.
Training Outcome:The apprenticeship is a gateway to a full-time career in the British Army. Promotion, along with increased salary and responsibility is dependent on successful completion of the apprenticeship and then on merit by competitive selection. As you advance through the ranks, you will have the increased opportunity to lead and direct people, managing resources and workforce within your area of work to deliver the required outputs whilst maintaining and instilling the highest values and standards expected of the British Army. You belong here.Employer Description:Protecting the nation and its dependent territories will always be the British Army's first role. Highly trained soldiers are ready to deploy anywhere at any time to meet a variety of challenges, ranging from support to the Police following a terrorist attack, to specialist capabilities such as bomb disposal and intelligence experts, 24 hours a day 365 days a year, we are always ready to serve. You belong here.Working Hours :Shift and working patterns may vary. Working locations will vary nationally depending on the apprenticeship and working requirements. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
As part of a Port Task Group, load and unload vessels to meet port deadlines and operational commitments. You'll also learn how to operate cranes mechanical equipment to load and unload pallets, containers and other cargo.
Primarily based at the home of Army Maritime in Marchwood, Southampton.
You could be deployed worldwide– wherever the British Army has a presence.
Gain your Category C+E Driving Licence and learn how to use equipment such as an Industrial Forklift and cranes.
Gain MHE qualifications and a Level 2 Port Operative Apprenticeship.
Training:Step 1 - You'll start with your initial military training which will teach you how to be a soldier - this will cover everything from fieldcraft to handling a rifle. If you join as a Junior Soldier (under 17 years and 6 months), you’ll do a 23-week basic military training course at Harrogate. If you join as a Regular Soldier (over 17 years and 6 months), you’ll do the regular 14-week adult basic training.
Step 2 - Next, you will undertake your 15-week Combat Logistician course at the Defence School of Transport in Leconfield. During this, you will earn your Category C+E Driving Licence and study general service driver modules. This training also gives you the opportunity to gain a broader knowledge on the Royal Logistic Corps functions and roles.
Step 3 - Then you’ll complete the Port Operator Class 3 course where you will learn the safety aspects of working in a hazardous port environment and gain your MHE Licences. You’ll also learn how to transfer cargo between military and civilian transport using cranes and other equipment.
On promotion, and after earning two further MHE Specialist Qualifications, you will begin the Port Operator Class 2 course. Later on, you will complete the Port Operator Class 1 course which includes learning how to be a Crane Supervisor.
Qualifications you could get after training:
Level 2 Port Operative Apprenticeship
MHE Qualifications
Functional skills
CMI Diploma
ILM award in Leadership and management
Training Outcome:The apprenticeship is a gateway to a full-time career in the British Army. Promotion, along with increased salary and responsibility is dependent on successful completion of the apprenticeship and then on merit by competitive selection. As you advance through the ranks, you will have the increased opportunity to lead and direct people, managing resources and workforce within your area of work to deliver the required outputs whilst maintaining and instilling the highest values and standards expected of the British Army. You belong here.Employer Description:Protecting the nation and its dependent territories will always be the British Army's first role. Highly trained soldiers are ready to deploy anywhere at any time to meet a variety of challenges, ranging from support to the Police following a terrorist attack, to specialist capabilities such as bomb disposal and intelligence experts, 24 hours a day 365 days a year, we are always ready to serve. You belong here.Working Hours :Shift and working patterns may vary. Working locations will vary nationally depending on the apprenticeship and working requirements. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Cook for everyone from hungry soldiers in the field, to VIPs at state ceremonies. Get skilled, qualified and enjoy an incredible Army life.
Even the best locations and adventures would be meaningless without outstanding food services supporting our soldiers. You could be a part of the team whose role is a lot more than just food. As Army chefs, our skills and motivation to deliver the necessary supplies, even in the most challenging environments, are what make us unique.
We deliver the best experience to our units every day; from state banquets and fine dining to supporting humanitarian and disaster intervention across the world. In return, the Army offers fantastic experiences, including travel, adventurous training and opportunities to develop skills outside the trade.
The Royal Logistic Corps are the Army’s professional logisticians, keeping the Field Army marching, its helicopters flying, its vehicles moving and its tanks and guns firing. We enable its deployment and supply it with everything it needs, wherever it operates, throughout the world.Training:Step 1 - You start with a Combat Infantry Course (28 weeks) at The Infantry Training Centre Catterick. Here, you do your Basic Training and then your Infantry Initial Trade Training. Your instructors will coach you through progressive training where you will learn essential skills such as firing weapons, survival, first aid and map reading while building stamina and fitness.
If you’re aged under 17 years and 6 months, you’ll do your Basic Training at the Army Foundation College Harrogate for 49 weeks. You’ll then go to Catterick to complete your Infantry Initial Trade Training over 10 weeks.
Step 2 - On completion of your Initial Trade Training, you will move to your chosen Infantry Battalion. Battalions routinely conduct training in the UK, Europe, Kenya and Belize. More concentrated periods of mission-specific training prepare battalions for operations abroad.
Qualifications you could get after training:
Vocational Driving Licences
HM Forces Serviceperson (Protective Services) Apprenticeship
Leadership and Management qualifications to degree level
Assessor qualifications
Coaching and mentoring
Adventure Training Qualifications (Canoeing, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Mountain Climbing, Summer Mountain Training)
Training Outcome:The apprenticeship is a gateway to a full-time career in the British Army. Promotion, along with increased salary and responsibility, is dependent on successful completion of the apprenticeship and then on merit by competitive selection. As you advance through the ranks, you will have the increased opportunity to lead and direct people, managing resources and workforce within your area of work to deliver the required output whilst maintaining and instilling the highest values and standards expected of the British Army. You belong here.Employer Description:Protecting the nation and its dependent territories will always be the British Army's first role. Highly trained soldiers are ready to deploy anywhere at any time to meet a variety of challenges, ranging from support to the Police following a terrorist attack, to specialist capabilities such as bomb disposal and intelligence experts, 24 hours a day 365 days a year, we are always ready to serve. You belong here.Working Hours :Shifts and working patterns may vary. Working locations will vary nationally depending on the apprenticeship and working requirements. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
As a Senior Healthcare Support Worker Level 3 Apprentice in the military, you will play a crucial role in providing essential medical care to service personnel and their families. Your daily tasks will vary depending on your specific role and placement, but generally you can expect to:
Assist in treating and caring for injured or unwell personnel in military medical facilities, field hospitals or on deployments world-wide.
Monitor patient's vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure and temperature and report changes to medical professionals.
Support patient rehabilitation, helping with mobility, basic physiotherapy exercises and general well-being.
Provide first aid and emergency care when required, particularly in operational or training environments.
Assist doctors and nurses with medical procedures, dressing wounds, administering medication and preparing equipment.
Handle, store and manage medical supplies and equipment in line with military protocols.
Support infection control procedures to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
Participate in health promotion campaigns, educating personnel on fitness, mental health and injury prevention.
Train in battlefield first aid and trauma care to provide life-saving support in combat or emergency situations.
Prepare for deployment, ensuring medical equipment and supplies are ready for operational use.
Participate in physical training to maintain fitness levels required for military duties.
Work within a disciplined, team-focused environment, following orders and adapting to changing situations quickly.
Maintain accurate patient records and ensure confidentiality in accordance with military and NHS standards.
Assist in sheduling and organizing medical appointments for personnel.
Support healthcare teams in planning and delivering medical services both on base and in the field.
Receive specialist military medical training, including emergency response, trauma care and leadership skills.
Learn and apply NHS and military healthcare policies, ensuring high standards of care.
Work torwards gaining qualifications that can enhance your military and civilian career prospects.
Training:Step 1 - Initial military training teaches you how to be a soldier. This covers everything from fieldcraft to how to handle a rifle. This 14-week course takes place at either Pirbright in Surrey or Winchester, Hampshire.
Step 2 - Healthcare Assistants training takes place at Defence Medical Services (DMS) Whittington in Lichfield. The course is comprised of a variety of academic and practical elements and you'll study towards your Apprenticeship Level 3 in Clinical Healthcare Support.
Qualifications you could get after training:
Healthcare Assistants will get Continued Professional Development (CPD) every year and get certificates in Basic Life Support. This will also provide a solid foundation for those who wish to progress and become a Registered Nurse.Training Outcome:The apprenticeship is a gateway to a full-time career in the British Army. Promotion, along with increased salary and responsibility is dependent on successful completion of the apprenticeship and then on merit by competitive selection. As you advance through the ranks, you will have the increased opportunity to lead and direct people, managing resources and workforce within your area of work to deliver the required outputs whilst maintaining and instilling the highest values and standards expected of the British Army. You belong here.Employer Description:Protecting the nation and its dependent territories will always be the British Army's first role. Highly trained soldiers are ready to deploy anywhere at any time to meet a variety of challenges, ranging from support to the Police following a terrorist attack, to specialist capabilities such as bomb disposal and intelligence experts, 24 hours a day 365 days a year, we are always ready to serve. You belong here.Working Hours :Shift and working patterns may vary. Working locations will vary nationally depending on the apprenticeship and working requirements. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Engineer, maintain and repair a range of communications equipment.
Install, service and repair telecommunications data cable networks, data centres, configure switches, routers, servers and LAN access equipment.
Get continuous personal and professional development, including civilian accredited transferable qualifications.
Learn to drive and operate military vehicles ranging from Land Rovers and HGVs to fully armoured fighting vehicles.
Operate as a Royal Signals soldier conducting military tasks wherever the British Army is deployed.
Learn to instruct and pass on your expert skills and knowledge.Training:R SIGNALS soldiers will start L4 Network Engineer during Initial Trade Training (ITT) and continue their learning in the Field Army.
Step 1 - Your initial military training, which will teach you how to be a soldier, covering everything from fieldcraft to how to handle a rifle. If you join as a Junior Soldier (under 17 years and 6 months), you'll do a 23-week basic military training course at Harrogate. If you join as a Regular Soldier (over 17 years and 6 months), you'll do the regular 14-week adult basic training.
Step 2 - This is the start of your technical training designed to introduce basic signalling and communication skills while building on your existing military skills. You will be taught basic principles and skills, such as siting, operating and talking on military radios, radio logs, map marking, working at heights, health and safety, and, of course, security. As your career progresses you learn how to build and configure networks, manage system problems as well as gain an understanding of field generators and security, including cyber.
Qualifications you could get after training:
Driving licences: B+E Level 4 Network Engineer Apprenticeship or
Level 3 Network Cable Installer Apprenticeship
Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths, English and IT
Level 7 PG Cert Wireless Communications
Certified Network Cable Installer
City and Guilds: 3663-03 Designing and Planning Networks, 3667-02 Fibre Optic Tech, 3667-02 SWS Structure and Cabling
Chartered Management Institute Level 4 Team Leading, Level 5 Coaching and Mentoring, Level 6 Leadership and Management
Level 4 Team Leading
Level 5 Coaching and Mentoring
Level 6 Leadership and Management Apprenticeship
Professional Registration with the Institute of for Engineering and Technology at ICT Tech, IEng and CEng levels
Professional Registration with the British Computer Society at RIT Tech and CITP levels
Through life learning opportunities and education up to Masters Degree level.Training Outcome:The apprenticeship is a gateway to a full-time career in the British Army. Promotion, along with increased salary and responsibility is dependent on successful completion of the apprenticeship and then on merit by competitive selection. As you advance through the ranks, you will have the increased opportunity to lead and direct people, managing resources and workforce within your area of work to deliver the required outputs whilst maintaining and instilling the highest values and standards expected of the British Army. You belong here.Employer Description:Protecting the nation and its dependent territories will always be the British Army's first role. Highly trained soldiers are ready to deploy anywhere at any time to meet a variety of challenges, ranging from support to the Police following a terrorist attack, to specialist capabilities such as bomb disposal and intelligence experts, 24 hours a day 365 days a year, we are always ready to serve. You belong here.Working Hours :Shift and working patterns may vary. Working locations will vary nationally depending on the apprenticeship and working requirements. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Initiative....Read more...
Communication Systems Operators are expert at in advanced satellite, radio and computing technologies at the heart of winning the information battle.
On the battlefield, the provision of voice and data communication systems are crucial. Commanders must communicate with their troops or report back to the UK. This is why you are critical to winning the battle. Communications Systems Operators are expert in advanced satellite, radio and computing technologies. You are given modern, industry-linked training and how to operate cutting-edge equipment. You use your knowledge and skills to deliver advanced battle-winning communications and conduct defensive cyber operations across the globe.
The occupation includes contributing to the preparation for new or changed services, operation of the change process, the maintenance of regulatory, legal and professional standards, the building and management of systems and components in virtualised and cloud computing environments and the monitoring of performance of systems and services in relation to their contribution to business performance, their security and their sustainability.
The Information Communications Technician makes their contribution through the application of infrastructure management tools to automate the provisioning, testing, deployment and monitoring of infrastructure components.
An Information Communications Technician (ICT) provides support by using tools or systems to problem solve and trouble-shoot routine and non-routine problems.
An ICT could be installing and configuring computer systems, diagnosing hardware and/or software faults, solving technical and applications problems, either remotely or in person. Some examples of these issues are slow performance, connection problems, and an inability to access data.Training:Step 1 - You'll start with your initial military training which teaches you how to be a soldier, covering everything from fieldcraft to how to handle a rifle.
If you join as a Junior Soldier (under 17 years and 6 months), you’ll do the basic military training (short) course at Harrogate.If you join as a Regular Soldier (over 17 years and 6 months), you’ll do the regular adult basic training.
Step 2 - Next, you will undertake your Class 3 Driver course at the Defence School of Transport in Leconfield, which will take about 25 weeks to complete. This will include earning you category B and C+E licenses, learning off road driving, driving different vehicles, Hazmat and basic vehicle maintenance.
Step 3 - After this, you will begin your initial communications training which will take place over a period of 4 weeks. You will learn to use state of the art communications systems in support of military operations before starting your Communications technician apprenticeship and working towards your driver and communications specialist class 2 qualifications in unit.
Qualifications you could get after training:
Level 2 Large Goods Vehicle (LGV) driver C + E ApprenticeshipLevel 3 Information Communication Technician ApprenticeshipLevel 2 Certificate Logistics and TransportLevel 2 certificates in Telecoms and Unified CommsFunctional Skills in English and maths if requiredTraining Outcome:The apprenticeship is a gateway to a full-time career in the British Army. Promotion, along with increased salary and responsibility is dependent on successful completion of the apprenticeship and then on merit by competitive selection. As you advance through the ranks, you will have the increased opportunity to lead and direct people, managing resources and workforce within your area of work to deliver the required outputs whilst maintaining and instilling the highest values and standards expected of the British Army. You belong here.Employer Description:Protecting the nation and its dependent territories will always be the British Army's first role. Highly trained soldiers are ready to deploy anywhere at any time to meet a variety of challenges, ranging from support to the Police following a terrorist attack, to specialist capabilities such as bomb disposal and intelligence experts, 24 hours a day 365 days a year, we are always ready to serve. You belong here.Working Hours :Shift and working patterns may vary. Working locations will vary nationally depending on the apprenticeship and working requirements. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Main Job Duties:
• To work with adults, using a strength-based approach, who may have a wide range of care and support needs and require support to reduce and manage identified risks
• To work in partnership and engage other professionals to ensure there is a multi-agency approach which enables the adult and/or their carer to live as independently as possible.
• To meet statutory requirements including best practice in relation to the principles of the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005
• To fully engage in reflective practice, demonstrating you are an active member of the team.
• To identify adults and carers who may be at risk of abuse and neglect and support safeguarding procedures, alongside a qualified social worker
• To participate in a range of meetings with adults and carers’ and exchange information, participate in decision making, with support and review progress.
• To carry out meaningful conversations which determine eligibility under the Care Act (2014).
• To engage with adults and their carers using a strengths-based approach to identify available resources to meet their needs (wherever possible).
• To build to excellent and effective relationships with other agencies and the local community to sign-post when appropriate.
• To develop creative support plans which focus on the outcomes of adults to promote their independence and ensure Care Act (2014) needs are met in a way which helps to maximise this.
• To gather and analyse from a variety of sources that will provide an informed judgement for the decisions you make
• To have an awareness of potential deprivation of liberty and seek management support.
• To promote the welfare of Children and discuss any safeguarding concerns with the line manager.
General Accountabilities
• To undertake other such duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this job
• To undertake health and safety duties commensurate with the job and/or as detailed in the Directorate’s Health and Safety Policy
• The duties described in this job description must be carried out in a manner which promotes equality of opportunity, dignity and due respect for all employees and service users and is consistent with the Council’s Equality and Diversity Policy
• Working with some vulnerable children, young people and adults can, at times, be emotionally challenging for which appropriate support will be provided through management supervision. The post holder must be able to deal with such mental demands.
• This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and / previously met the definition of Regulated Activity (as defined by the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) and is therefore subject to an enhanced Criminal Records Check (Via the Disclosure Barring Service, DBS) (as defined by the Police Act).
• This post meets Regulated Activity (as defined by the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 as amended by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012) and is subject to an enhanced Criminal Records Check (Via the Disclosure Barring Service, DBS) and the relevant children and/ adults barred list(s) checks.
Experience
It is essential that the post holder has:
• Significant experience of working in a health or social care environment, providing advice and support adults with care and support needs with a wide range of needs including learning disabilities, physical disabilities, long term conditions and dementia.
• Significant experience in assessing needs and translating these into person centred outcomes
• Demonstrable experience in developing and reviewing support plans
• Demonstrable experience in maintaining accurate records using computer-based information systems
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Qualifications & Development
Level 2 qualification (e.g. NVQ2) in health and social care or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience
Level 2 qualification (e.g. GCSE A to C) in maths and English or demonstrable equivalent
To have attended relevant courses and training in health and social care....Read more...
An RLC or RE Large Goods Vehicle Driver apprentice (Level 2) transports supplies, ammunition and equipment. Daily tasks include daily vehicle checks, route planning, loading/unloading and convey operations.
You will also conduct vehicle maintenance and military logistics while developing teamwork and discipline in operational and peacetime environments.Training:Step 1 - You'll start with your initial military training which will teach you how to be a soldier - this will cover everything from fieldcraft to handling a rifle. If you join as a Junior Soldier (under 17 years and 6 months), you’ll do a 40-week basic military training course at Harrogate. If you join as a Regular Soldier (over 17 years and 6 months), you’ll do the regular 14-week adult basic training.
Step 2 - Next, you will undertake your 15-week Combat Logistician course at the Defence School of Transport in Leconfield. During this, you will earn your Category C+E Driving Licence and study general service driver modules. This training also gives you the opportunity to gain a broader knowledge on the Royal Logistic Corps functions and roles.
Step 3 - You will continue at the Defence School of Transport to complete your 25-day Class 3 Driver course. This will include off road driving, driving different vehicles, hazardous materials (HAZMAT) and basic vehicle maintenance. After this, you will begin an apprenticeship in Driving Goods Vehicles which you will completed alongside your Class 2 Driver course. This takes place in your unit and will take 12-18 months to complete.
Once you reach the rank of Lance Corporal, you are able to take the Class 1 Driver course which takes place over 15 days. On this course, you will learn: fleet management, operational planning and maintenance, supervision and inspecting.
Qualifications you could get after training:
Level 2 LGV Driver Apprenticeship
HGV Driving Instructor
CPC International Road Haulage Manager
Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor
ISO 9001 Lead Auditor
Access to various university degree courses
Royal Engineers (RE)Step 1 - Your initial 14-week military training teaches you how to be a soldier, covering everything from fieldcraft to how to handle a rifle. If you join as a Junior Soldier (under 17 years 5 months), you’ll do a 23-week basic military training course at Harrogate. If you join as a Regular Soldier (over 17 years 1 month), you’ll do the regular 14-week adult basic training.
Step 2 - You head to the Royal School of Military Engineering Regiment near Camberley, Surrey, for nine weeks. Here, you learn military engineering skills such as knots and lashings, demolition, mine warfare and bridge building. Finally, you go the Defence School of Driving near Leconfield, East Yorkshire, for 12 weeks where you'll to drive military vehicles, including Land Rovers, in combat and peace time.
Qualifications you could get after training:
Variety of driving licences (Category B, C and C+E)
Civilian accredited qualification in transportation of hazardous materialsTraining Outcome:The apprenticeship is a gateway to a full-time career in the British Army. Promotion, along with increased salary and responsibility is dependent on successful completion of the apprenticeship and then on merit by competitive selection. As you advance through the ranks, you will have the increased opportunity to lead and direct people, managing resources and workforce within your area of work to deliver the required outputs whilst maintaining and instilling the highest values and standards expected of the British Army. You belong here.Employer Description:Protecting the nation and its dependent territories will always be the British Army's first role. Highly trained soldiers are ready to deploy anywhere at any time to meet a variety of challenges, ranging from support to the Police following a terrorist attack, to specialist capabilities such as bomb disposal and intelligence experts, 24 hours a day 365 days a year, we are always ready to serve. You belong here.Working Hours :Shift and working patterns may vary. Working locations will vary nationally depending on the apprenticeship and working requirements. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Purpose of the post:
To perform a range of administrative functions to support the Quality Managers and technical staff in their efforts to secure accreditation to ISO17020 and ISO17025. To assist Quality Managers in working with the forensic departments actively seeking accreditation, mainly, but not exclusively, Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) and Hi-Tech Crime Unit (HTCU).
Main duties and responsibilities:
To assist in the preparation of Standard Operating Procedures by observing and discussing processes with technical staff.
To assist Quality Managers in the maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) by ensuring documentation for upload meets document control requirements, uploading documents as required and editing documents already held in the QMS.
To produce or assist in the production of presentations, figures and reports as required by the Quality Managers to support training and accreditation efforts.
Assist Quality Managers by raising actions and registering activities on the Quality Management System, as required.
Assist Forensic Services staff in the writing up of validation reports to required specifications under guidance of Quality Managers and technical staff.
To record feedback and opportunities on Quality Management System.
To attend departmental meetings and assist Forensic Support Officer’s with the taking of minutes and recording of actions.
To support Quality Managers in the investigation of non-compliance or issues relating to administrative tasks (e.g. purchasing) by liaising with members of staff and interrogating departmental and/or force systems.
To work with peers and managers to identify learning and improvement opportunities.
To assist Quality Managers and technical staff with the maintenance of logs, registers and spreadsheets.
Undertaking other reasonable duties (e.g. general administrative tasks) may be required from time to time.
Mandatory Duties:
Actively seek to implement the City of London’s and City of London Police Occupational Health and Safety Policy in relation to the duties of the post, and at all times give due regard to the health and safety of both themselves and others when carrying out their duties.
Actively seek to implement the City of London’s Equal Opportunity Policy and the objective to promote equality of opportunity in relation to the duties of the post.
As deemed necessary, to demonstrate competency as defined within our ISO procedures and documentation
To comply with the Forensic Science Regulator’s Codes of Conduct and Practice
Selection criteria
Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
Excellent oral and written communication skills in order to generate the reports as detailed above, communicate via email and verbally liaise with officers up to a senior level to offer advice and guidance regarding issues or queries relating to the implementation of quality standards.
Excellent planning and organisational skills, with an eye for detail as they will generally be required to manage their own workload whilst maintaining the high technical standards required by the department.
They are required to provide accurate minutes of meetings and data via numerous spreadsheets (Word and Excel).
IT skills (word processing, spreadsheets, E-mail, databases). The post holder will be required to generate documents and reports in Word format, maintain various spreadsheets in Excel format and maintain information on various databases including Case AND Quality Management Systems.
Training:You will be supported to achieve the Business Administration Level 3 apprenticeship. Theoretical training will be Biweekly with the support of the training provider. Practical training and support will be given in the workplace allowing you to embed your learning in the working environment. You will receive hours 6 per week to support with your apprenticeship studies.Training Outcome:On successful completion of the apprenticeship, we aim to offer a permanent role within the team if a position is available. Alternatively, we shall endeavour to secure an alternative position within the City of London Corporation.Employer Description:The City Corporation with a rich history that precedes parliament, the City Corporation has been an ever constant throughout history adapting in order to meet modern demands of the City it serves, and is home to some of the world’s most striking modern architecture. The City of London Corporation forms part of London as a whole, along with the 32 London Boroughs who have responsibility for local government services within their local area. Based at the Guildhall the City Corporation looks after and promotes the City of London.Working Hours :8:00am to 4:00pm (including 45 minute unpaid lunch break) – Monday to Friday. Flexibility may be required for business needs.Skills: IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Non judgemental....Read more...
We are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join a Forensic Team in the Greater Manchester area.
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND AND HAVE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK WITH UK EXPERIENCE
What’s on offer?
Up to £38,626
Mileage coverage
Retention Payment
Generous Annual Leave
Continuous Training Development
About the team
This team supports people who have been admitted under MHA. As a part of this team will do social supervisions, risk assessments, work with police under MAPA, Health colleagues and work with ICB joint packages of care, accommodation and support services. You will support people in hospital and sectioned or in prison or on the way out of prison. This team is supportive and focuses a lot on joint working.
About you
The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in Adult’s Social Work. The ideal social worker will have Mental Health awareness or experience. Experience in Criminal Justice or Learning Disabilities will lead well to this position. A degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW). You will also need to be Social Work England Registered.
Job type: Full-time
Samantha Cunningham, scunningham@charecruitment.com, 07825213518
What do you get from working with me?
CV enhancement
Application form enhancement
Access to many jobs in the market
One central point of contact
Interview preparation assistance
Expert consultation
Questions answered
Offer negotiation
....Read more...
We are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join a Forensic Team in the Greater Manchester area.
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND AND HAVE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK WITH UK EXPERIENCE
What’s on offer?
Up to £38,626
Mileage coverage
Retention Payment
Generous Annual Leave
Continuous Training Development
About the team
This team supports people who have been admitted under MHA. As a part of this team will do social supervisions, risk assessments, work with police under MAPA, Health colleagues and work with ICB joint packages of care, accommodation and support services. You will support people in hospital and sectioned or in prison or on the way out of prison. This team is supportive and focuses a lot on joint working.
About you
The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in Adult’s Social Work. The ideal social worker will have Mental Health awareness or experience. Experience in Criminal Justice or Learning Disabilities will lead well to this position. A degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW). You will also need to be Social Work England Registered.
Job type: Full-time
Samantha Cunningham, scunningham@charecruitment.com, 07825213518
What do you get from working with me?
CV enhancement
Application form enhancement
Access to many jobs in the market
One central point of contact
Interview preparation assistance
Expert consultation
Questions answered
Offer negotiation
....Read more...
Highly skilled. Extremely fit. Always ready for the next challenge. The British Army’s Infantry Soldiers are respected throughout the world. From disaster relief to protecting the nation, nothing compares to the fast-changing life of the Infantry. You’ll be at the heart of the action, working to keep vulnerable communities safe and prevent conflict, doing something that really matters. Whatever you’re doing or where you are in the world, you’ll work and train alongside other highly skilled close-combat professionals. They’re there to help you through whatever life throws at you, on operations, on exercise or on the sports field – it’s belonging like nothing else and they’ll become friends for life. With the chance to gain qualifications, you will learn and move up the ranks too.
This occupation is found in the public sector only and specifically within HM Forces. The HM Forces is a large employer. The role is utilised by the ground troops of all three services, who could find their workplace to be UK based or on foreign soil, dependent on HM Government direction.
The broad purpose of the occupation is to provide defence to the United Kingdom, incorporating peace keeping duties such as United Nations Peacekeeping in Cyprus, support/assistance to civilian tasks, for example building Nightingale Hospitals during the COVID epidemic, disaster relief such as helping to shore up river banks during major flooding within the UK, and working abroad as directed by HM Government. The HM Forces Serviceperson will be part of the first response ground troops from the Army. They will work individually and as a team, potentially at all hours, in all weathers and across all terrains, as is required to fulfil the requirements of the specified organisational objectives.
In their daily work, an employee in this occupation typically interacts with colleagues and their line management chain from the Army. The HM Forces Serviceperson could be assigned to work within the wider HM Forces environment and may be required to take direction from line management of an alternative service or take direction from other nations or other government departments. This is dependent on the HM Forces Serviceperson's duties, tasks and locations.
An employee in this occupation will be responsible for ensuring that all they have been taught is applied, enabling instinctive actions and reactions in appropriate controlled and measured ways. For HM Forces Servicepersons, preparation is vital. They will carry out theoretical and practical training, which will include, but not exclusively, communication methods, enhanced first aid, safe weapons handling processes and navigation methods along with testing and maintenance of equipment to ensure operational preparedness. They are responsible for consistently working in a professional manner, both individually and as a team, continually honing the requisite skills in readiness for any eventuality they may be required to fulfil. They will become embedded into a professional culture and ethos where individuals understand / are aware of how their role supports both the team and aligns to the wider organisational taskings and priorities.Training:Step 1 - You start with a Combat Infantry Course (28 weeks) at The Infantry Training Centre Catterick. Here, you do your Basic Training and then your Infantry Initial Trade Training. Your instructors will coach you through progressive training where you will learn essential skills such as firing weapons, survival, first aid and map reading while building stamina and fitness.
If you’re aged under 17 years and 6 months, you’ll do your Basic Training at the Army Foundation College Harrogate for 49 weeks. You’ll then go to Catterick to complete your Infantry Initial Trade Training over 10 weeks.
Step 2 - On completion of your Initial Trade Training, you will move to your chosen Infantry Battalion. Battalions routinely conduct training in the UK, Europe, Kenya and Belize. More concentrated periods of mission-specific training prepare battalions for operations abroad.
Qualifications you could get after training:
Vocational Driving Licences
HM Forces Serviceperson (Protective Services) Apprenticeship
Leadership and Management qualifications to degree level
Assessor qualifications
Coaching and mentoring
Adventure Training Qualifications (Canoeing, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Mountain Climbing, Summer Mountain Training).
Training Outcome:The apprenticeship is a gateway to a full-time career in the British Army. Promotion, along with increased salary and responsibility is dependent on successful completion of the apprenticeship and then on merit by competitive selection. As you advance through the ranks, you will have the increased opportunity to lead and direct people, managing resources and workforce within your area of work to deliver the required outputs whilst maintaining and instilling the highest values and standards expected of the British Army. You belong here.Employer Description:Protecting the nation and its dependent territories will always be the British Army's first role. Highly trained soldiers are ready to deploy anywhere at any time to meet a variety of challenges, ranging from support to the Police following a terrorist attack, to specialist capabilities such as bomb disposal and intelligence experts, 24 hours a day 365 days a year, we are always ready to serve. You belong here.Working Hours :Shift and working patterns may vary. Working locations will vary nationally depending on the apprenticeship and working requirements. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness....Read more...
We are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join a MASH Team in the Greater Manchester area.
ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND
What’s on offer?
Up to £44,428 Dependent on Experience
Mileage coverage
Flexible Working
Free Parking
Generous Annual Leave
Continuous Training Development
About the team
This team is a multi-agency collaboration working with local police, schools, and the public. The team aims to respond to contacts made to the MASH team in a timely way to identify and secure the most appropriate service to support and safeguard the children and families. You will need to be able to make strong evidence-based decisions in line with the practice standards and statutory duties of this team.
About you
The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in child protection, children in need, safeguarding, or referral and assessment. A degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW). You will also need to be Social Work England Registered.
Job type: Full-time
For more information, please get in contact:
Samantha Cunningham, scunningham@charecruitment.com, 07825213518
What do you get from working with me?
CV enhancement
Application form enhancement
Access to many jobs in the market
One central point of contact
Interview preparation assistance
Expert consultation
Questions answered
Offer negotiation
....Read more...
Imagine being on parade with thousands of people watching. Or riding a horse at a royal event. Join the Royal Artillery (RA) as a Ceremonial Gunner and things like this will be part of your life. In this role, you join the famous King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery and become an expert rider. You perform on horseback and fire guns at state occasions. You can also get qualifications and skills as a carriage driver, saddler, farrier or tailor. With a great team around you plus Adventurous Training and sports, it’s an experience you’ll never forget.
The Royal Artillery is the heart of the action - everywhere across the battlefield - providing the British Army with its eyes, ears and firepower. Using high-tech surveillance devices and uncrewed aircraft, the Royal Artillery finds the enemy. We then monitor them before striking decisively. We do this by co-ordinated use of our guns, rockets and missiles, the Army’s attack helicopters and other weapons, including fast jets and even the guns of Royal Navy ships. With the chance to ride at ceremonies and get out in the field, you'll have the best of worlds.
Troopers in the Household Cavalry are trained to drive and operate armoured vehicles, gathering information about the enemy and carrying out fast attacks. They also spend time in the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment, taking part in famous public events on horseback. It's one of the most varied and famous roles in the Army.
The Royal Armoured Corps (RAC) provides the armour capability of the British Army. It combines speed, momentum, firepower and reconnaissance capabilities with armoured fighting vehicles, such as the Challenger 2 Main Battle Tank and Jackal Fighting Vehicle. Apprentices will be entering a vocational industry, where they can expect to handle a variety of horses in different working environments. They must adhere to safe working practices, be prepared to work in all weather conditions and often in “out of hours” situations. They will be required to have dedication, commitment and the physical and mental toughness to cope with the rigours of the role. Living on site for part or all of the duration of the apprenticeship may be necessary.
The occupation requires competent individuals who are committed to the safety and welfare of the horses in their care. They will use their theoretical knowledge and understanding, practical experience and empathy to maintain the horses’ physical and psychological well-being within a safe working environment. This is a practical, “hands on” occupation where apprentices will work under supervision individually or as part of a diverse team. The Equine Groom is an integral part in the life of the horse, providing essential day-to-day care. They will be involved with feeding, grooming, cleaning equipment, handling, preparing, exercising the horses and carrying out routine yard duties.
The Equine Groom may also be required to assist with the preparation of, transport to and care for horses at competitions, the races, sales, shows and other public appearances. Dependent on which sector of the industry the Equine Groom has chosen, appropriate people skills will be essential.Training:Training for the role:
Step 1 - Your initial military training teaches you how to be a soldier, covering everything from fieldcraft to how to handle a rifle. If you join as a Junior Soldier (under 17 years and 6 months), you’ll do a 40-week military training course at Harrogate. If you join as a Regular Soldier (over 17 years and 6 months), you’ll do the regular 14-week adult basic training.
Step 2 - You head to Bovington, Dorset for 20 weeks of specialist training, focusing on communications, fighting from vehicles and an introduction to the Ajax armoured fighting vehicle. You will complete your driving licence (if you don't already have it). You will then move to Windsor to begin your riding course to prepare you for all aspects of becoming a mounted ceremonial soldier on duty in London. After 18-24 months of ceremonial duty, you will be posted to the Household Cavalry Regiment, Bulford, to train on the AJAX armoured fighting vehicle and obtain your tracked vehicle licence.
Qualifications you could get after training:
Car Licence (Cat B + E)
Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship: Animal Care and Welfare Assistant
HGV licence (Cat C + H) (after 18+ months)
Functional Skills Levels 1 & 2 in Maths and English
As your career progresses you could also earn:
Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship: Farrier
Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship: Senior Equine Groom
Training Outcome:The apprenticeship is a gateway to a full-time career in the British Army. Promotion, along with increased salary and responsibility is dependent on successful completion of the apprenticeship and then on merit by competitive selection. As you advance through the ranks, you will have the increased opportunity to lead and direct people, managing resources and workforce within your area of work to deliver the required outputs whilst maintaining and instilling the highest values and standards expected of the British Army. You belong here.Employer Description:Protecting the nation and its dependent territories will always be the British Army's first role. Highly trained soldiers are ready to deploy anywhere at any time to meet a variety of challenges, ranging from support to the Police following a terrorist attack, to specialist capabilities such as bomb disposal and intelligence experts, 24 hours a day 365 days a year, we are always ready to serve. You belong here.Working Hours :Shift and working patterns may vary. Working locations will vary nationally depending on the apprenticeship and working requirements. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness....Read more...
Imagine being on parade with thousands of people watching. Or riding a horse at a royal event. Join the Royal Artillery (RA) as a Ceremonial Gunner and things like this will be part of your life. In this role, you join the famous King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery and become an expert rider. You perform on horseback and fire guns at state occasions. You can also get qualifications and skills as a carriage driver, saddler, farrier or tailor. With a great team around you plus Adventurous Training and sports, it’s an experience you’ll never forget.
The Royal Artillery is the heart of the action - everywhere across the battlefield - providing the British Army with its eyes, ears and firepower. Using high-tech surveillance devices and uncrewed aircraft, the Royal Artillery finds the enemy. We then monitor them before striking decisively. We do this by co-ordinated use of our guns, rockets and missiles, the Army’s attack helicopters and other weapons, including fast jets and even the guns of Royal Navy ships. With the chance to ride at ceremonies and get out in the field, you'll have the best of worlds.
Troopers in the Household Cavalry are trained to drive and operate armoured vehicles, gathering information about the enemy and carrying out fast attacks. They also spend time in the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment, taking part in famous public events on horseback. It's one of the most varied and famous roles in the Army.
The Royal Armoured Corps (RAC) provides the armour capability of the British Army. It combines speed, momentum, firepower and reconnaissance capabilities with armoured fighting vehicles, such as the Challenger 2 Main Battle Tank and Jackal Fighting Vehicle. Apprentices will be entering a vocational industry, where they can expect to handle a variety of horses in different working environments. They must adhere to safe working practices, be prepared to work in all weather conditions and often in “out of hours” situations. They will be required to have dedication, commitment and the physical and mental toughness to cope with the rigours of the role. Living on site for part or all of the duration of the apprenticeship may be necessary.
The occupation requires competent individuals who are committed to the safety and welfare of the horses in their care. They will use their theoretical knowledge and understanding, practical experience and empathy to maintain the horses’ physical and psychological well-being within a safe working environment. This is a practical, “hands on” occupation where apprentices will work under supervision individually or as part of a diverse team. The Equine Groom is an integral part in the life of the horse, providing essential day-to-day care. They will be involved with feeding, grooming, cleaning equipment, handling, preparing, exercising the horses and carrying out routine yard duties.
The Equine Groom may also be required to assist with the preparation of, transport to and care for horses at competitions, the races, sales, shows and other public appearances. Dependent on which sector of the industry the Equine Groom has chosen, appropriate people skills will be essential.Training:Training for the role;Step 1 - Your initial military training teaches you how to be a soldier, covering everything from fieldcraft to how to handle a rifle. If you join as a Junior Soldier (under 17 years and 6 months), you’ll do a 40-week military training course at Harrogate. If you join as a Regular Soldier (over 17 years and 6 months), you’ll do the regular 14-week adult basic training.
Step 2 - You head to Bovington, Dorset for 20 weeks of specialist training, focusing on communications, fighting from vehicles and an introduction to the Ajax armoured fighting vehicle. You will complete your driving licence (if you don't already have it). You will then move to Windsor to begin your riding course to prepare you for all aspects of becoming a mounted ceremonial soldier on duty in London. After 18-24 months of ceremonial duty, you will be posted to the Household Cavalry Regiment, Bulford, to train on the AJAX armoured fighting vehicle and obtain your tracked vehicle licence.
Qualifications you could get after training;
Car Licence (Cat B + E).
Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship: Animal Care and Welfare Assistant.
HGV licence (Cat C + H) (after 18+ months).
Functional Skills Levels 1 & 2 in Maths and English.
As your career progresses you could also earn;
Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship: Farrier
Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship: Senior Equine Groom
Training Outcome:The apprenticeship is a gateway to a full-time career in the British Army. Promotion, along with increased salary and responsibility is dependent on successful completion of the apprenticeship and then on merit by competitive selection. As you advance through the ranks, you will have the increased opportunity to lead and direct people, managing resources and workforce within your area of work to deliver the required outputs whilst maintaining and instilling the highest values and standards expected of the British Army. You belong here.Employer Description:Protecting the nation and its dependent territories will always be the British Army's first role. Highly trained soldiers are ready to deploy anywhere at any time to meet a variety of challenges, ranging from support to the Police following a terrorist attack, to specialist capabilities such as bomb disposal and intelligence experts, 24 hours a day 365 days a year, we are always ready to serve. You belong here.Working Hours :Shift and working patterns may vary. Working locations will vary nationally depending on the apprenticeship and working requirements. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness....Read more...
This apprenticeship is offered by the Royal Signals, Royal Logisitc Corps, Royal Engineers and the Royal Electrical & Mechanical Corps.
Royal Signals - Operate logistic information management systems, ensuring equipment is recorded and legislated
Liaise with commanders to discuss future equipment required to support taskings.
Monitor quality, quantity, stock levels and distribution time frames and report results.
Organise shipments in and out of the warehouse.
Conduct additional military tasks wherever the Army is deployed.
Royal Logistic Corps - Use Logistic Information Systems to help control the storage and distribution of kit and equipment, making sure supplies are always available.
Work in barracks, combat units and warehouses as part of an Army unit or attached to another organisation.
Deploy all over the world on exercise and operations – wherever your expertise is needed.
Train as a Materiel Accountant and gain your C+E Driving Licence.
Gain an Adult Apprenticeship in Warehousing and Storage.
Royal Engineers - Become an expert in storage and distribution.
Work with ammunition and explosives.
Use complex computing and IT applications.
Learn to drive large vehicles and forklifts.
Develop knowledge of general construction.Training:Royal Signals (and all)
Step 1 - Your initial military training which will teach you how to be a soldier, covering everything from fieldcraft to how to handle a rifle. If you join as a Junior Soldier (under 17 years 6 months), you’ll do a 23-week basic military training course at Harrogate. If you join as a Regular Soldier (over 17 years 6 month), you’ll do the regular 14-week adult basic training.
Step 2 - This is the start of your technical training designed to introduce basic signalling and communication skills. You will learn about the Royal Corps of Signals, it's history and what it means to belong to a Corps that is over 100 years old. You will be taught basic principles and skills which you will build on throughout your career, such as siting, operating and talking on military radios, radio logs, map marking, working at heights, health and safety, and of course security.
Step 3 - You will spend 4 weeks learning what it is to be a Royals Signals Soldier, from then you will study to be a supply operative at the Royals School of Signals in Blandford Forum. Dorset. You will be trained in supply chain operations, warehouse operation and logistic operations and be enrolled on a civilian accredited apprenticeship. You will be trained to manage equipment both in barracks and when deployed on operations and be trained to operate forklift trucks. Your trade training is recognised by industry and you will be able to gain professional recognition and accreditation with a professional industry organisation.
Qualifications you could get after training:
Driving Licences: B+E, C+E, Minibus, Forklift
Apprenticeship in Supply Chain Warehouse Operations (Level 2)
NVQ Level 2 in IT
Level 1 functional skills in Maths, English and IT
Professional registration with CILT (UK)
Level 3, 5, 6 Management and Leadership
Level 4 FdSc Logistic Management with Lincoln University
Level 5 BSc Logistic Management with Lincoln University
Level 6 Msc Logistic Management with Swansea University
Royal Logistic Corps -
Step 1, as above.
Step 2 - Next, you will undertake your 15-week Combat Logistician course at the Defence School of Transport in Leconfield. During this, you will earn your Category C+E Driving Licence and study general service driver modules. This training also gives you the opportunity to gain a broader knowledge on the Royal Logistic Corps functions and roles.
Step 3 - You will then complete your trade training at the Defence School of Logistics in Worthy Down to be qualified as a Logistic Supply Specialist Class 3. At this stage, you will be enrolled onto the Level 2 Warehouse Operative Apprenticeship. After 12 months in your Unit, you will complete the Class 2 upgrade assessment. Following a further two years, you will be eligible to complete the Class 1 course if successfully promoted to Lance Corporal.
Qualifications you could get after training:
Level 2 Certificate Logistics and Transport
Level 2 Warehouse Operative Apprenticeship
Royal Engineers -
Step 1, as above.
Step 2 - Then it’s off to the Royal School of Military Engineering Regiment near Camberley, Surrey, for nine weeks. Here, you learn military engineering skills such as knots and lashings, demolition, mine warfare and bridge building. Finally, you do 11 weeks’ training at the Defence Logistics School in Deepcut. You learn about managing engineering supplies and stores, and earn an entry-level NVQ in Warehouse Management.
Qualifications you could get after training:
Car, forklift and HGV driving licences
MHE Licence including rough terrain forklift
Level 2 Apprenticeship (NVQ Technical Certificate and Functional Skills) in Warehouse and Storage (EdExcel)
Training Outcome:The apprenticeship is a gateway to a full-time career in the British Army. Promotion, along with increased salary and responsibility is dependent on successful completion of the apprenticeship and then on merit by competitive selection. As you advance through the ranks, you will have the increased opportunity to lead and direct people, managing resources and workforce within your area of work to deliver the required outputs whilst maintaining and instilling the highest values and standards expected of the British Army. You belong here.Employer Description:Protecting the nation and its dependent territories will always be the British Army's first role. Highly trained soldiers are ready to deploy anywhere at any time to meet a variety of challenges, ranging from support to the Police following a terrorist attack, to specialist capabilities such as bomb disposal and intelligence experts, 24 hours a day 365 days a year, we are always ready to serve. You belong here.Working Hours :Shift and working patterns may vary. Working locations will vary nationally depending on the apprenticeship and working requirements. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness....Read more...
